Staff Pharmacist - Phoenix, Arizona
Job Description
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Pharmacist experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
A clinical pharmacist role is available specializing in home infusion therapy, focusing on preparing, dispensing, and monitoring complex intravenous (IV) and subcutaneous medications. This position serves as a crucial member of a multidisciplinary team, overseeing sterile compounding, dosing adjustments, and patient education to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Contract
Duration: Approximately 8-12 weeks, starting ASAP
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- On-call rotation may be required
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare specialty pharmaceuticals and IV solutions in a sterile environment compliant with all relevant regulations.
- Monitor labs, calculate pharmacokinetic dosing (e.g., vancomycin), and adjust Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) therapies.
- Provide comprehensive counseling and education to patients and caregivers on medication use, infusion pumps, sterile techniques, and catheter maintenance.
- Coordinate care with physicians, home health nurses, and pharmacy teams to support seamless therapy management and minimize hospital readmissions.
- Ensure compliance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations and federal standards including HIPAA, FDA, DEA, Medicare, and OSHA.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including refrigerated products, and prepare medications for timely and safe delivery to patients’ homes.
Qualifications and Experience:
- 1 to 3 years experience in infusion specialty pharmacy or hospital pharmacy with responsibilities in the IV room.
- Experience with IVIg preferred.
- Understanding of specialty therapy payer requirements, reimbursement, and contract obligations.
- Current and good standing pharmacist licenses in Arizona and Texas.
- Familiarity with CareTend system is beneficial.
This contract opportunity offers the chance to apply specialized pharmacy skills in a home infusion setting with a supportive team environment. Candidates ready to contribute to patient-centered care and complex medication management are encouraged to apply.
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